In order to help this miracle along, it is essential for you to eat as good as you can through out most of your pregnancy. The first three months might be a little difficult to eat balanced meals when you are dealing with food aversions and morning sickness. If you are one of the rare lucky ones whose stomach doesn't so much as move during your first trimester, then you can take full advantage of eating healthy right out of the...more
Did you know that most food that is fed to dogs today has extremely low nutritional content? If you feed your dog commercial dog food, you may be slowly killing your dog. Perhaps you think this is a little dramatic? Think again. If humans are fed a diet of unhealthy foods, they probably won't show any adverse signs for quite some time. But fed over many years, people will become sluggish, sick, and eventually die from degenerative diseases much...more
Busy seems to be the buzz word in our society. Two parent working households are the norm. Rushing to the gym, children's activities, sports, etc keeps our days very busy. Even for those who are out of work, days can be busy with job interviews, volunteer work, unemployment lines, etc. But even on the busiest days, it is still possible to serve the family a healthy meal. This Spicy Chicken Stir-Fry recipe makes a dish that is tasty, healthy, easy and quick. SPICY CHICKEN STIR-FRY 1 tbsp cornstarch1 tbsp sugar1 cup chicken broth, preferably low-sodium1/4 cup soy sauce2 tbsp cider vinegar1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (or less to suit your taste)3 cups fresh broccoli florets2 tbsp water1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into 3/4-inch cubes2 tsps extra virgin olive oil 1 medium red bell pepper, cut into strips1 clove of garlic, minced1/4 tsp ground ginger2 green onions, sliced; include tops2 tbsp dry roasted peanutsHot cooked rice for serving In a small mixing bowl combine the cornstarch, sugar, chicken broth, soy sauce, vinegar, and cayenne pepper together until smooth; set aside. Place the broccoli and water in a microwave-safe bowl, cover and cook in the...more
Immune system is very important part of the body. Immune system gives your body the necessary resistance power to stay healthy. If your immune system is weak then you are going to suffer with variety of the health problems. It is necessary for every person to build a strong immune system to maintain health at optimum best. Diet plays a significant...more
Food is very essential and loved part of our life. Until now, food has undergone drastic variance as technology as well as science has great advancement. Various novel aspects of food have immerged out. There is great change in vision of people, towards eating food for living. People are becoming more conscious about their healthy food and eating...more
Apples: The pectin found in apples reduces the risk of colon cancer and will help you maintain a healthy digestive tract. Apples also are also packed with antioxidants that are protective against cancer development.Cherries: Known to have among the highest levels of disease-fighting antioxidants, cherries also contain key nutrients such as beta carotene, vitamin C, potassium, magnesium, iron and fiber.Grapefruit: Grapefruit is great for weight loss; it is low in sodium and high in fat burning enzymes. Low sodium intake will help you flush out excess water that is caused by high sodium food. Grapefruit is also famous for its ability to help your body properly digest food. Cranberries: Cranberries are loaded with vitamin C, vitamin A and vitamin D. They also contain plenty of fiber, manganese and potassium and they also provide a good source of antioxidants. Cranberries are one of the most useful fruits while on a colon cleansing program due to their numerous detox qualities.Garlic: With tons of cardio benefits, it also activates liver enzymes that help filter out junk. Add garlic to as many meals as possible. Onions: Onions are capable of suppressing the growth of potentially...more
Almost everyone enjoys eating especially if we do not need to go through the hassle of preparing them in our own kitchen and worry about washing the dishes afterwards. What a better way to enjoy a delectable dish than to dine out in restaurants and...more
Stress is such occurrence when we are faced with a more troublesome situation. There is stress in our life through some of which can be more detrimental to your health than others. With the hectic pace of life all filled with demands, deadlines,...more
Poor eating habits Diet that is high in saturated fat tends to elevate cholesterol. Saturated fats are found mostly in foods that come from animals. Saturated fat raises you LDL ("bad") cholesterol level more that anything else in the diet. Eating...more
Yoli, an upstart company just out of pre-launch, has officially opened their doors for business. Headquartered in Salt Lake City, UT. Yoli offers products that are freeze dried, not pasteurized, that retain most of their whole nutrient goodness...more
If you are stuck in a rut and wondering what is the point of it all, then its time you made some changes to improve your quality of life. Everyone has their dreams, but its not always so easy to achieve them. Spending time doing things you enjoy,...more
Whilst many people eat for taste gratification alone, many more are becoming aware of the nutritional benefits of food and also the impact on our health. For those of us just getting to grips with eating for nutrition and health this article will...more